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BD02 NHB

2002 Kawasaki ER5

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

20,051 mi
Last recorded20,051 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ER519,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD02 NHB
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 20,051 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2024 19,403 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 19,383 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 19,339 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2021 19,339 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 19,235 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 19,060 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 18,969 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 18,714 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 18,680 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 18,587 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 18,171 miles
Fail 7 May 2014 18,171 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 7 May 2013 17,911 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 17,713 miles
Fail 19 May 2011 17,577 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 19 May 2011 17,577 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 17,094 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 6 Jun 2009 14,561 miles

split in rear tyre

Pass 2 Jun 2008 11,330 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 18 Jul 2006 10,851 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ER5?

Based on 65,763 MOT tests across 6,087 vehicles.

81.2%
Pass Rate
1,017
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
6,087
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,027
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 880
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 668
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 589
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 550
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BD02 NHB is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2002 Kawasaki ER5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 19,604 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ER5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,027 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BD02 NHB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ER5 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 24 years old, this Kawasaki ER5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BD02 NHB registered?

BD02 NHB is a 2002 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 23 May 2002.

Is BD02 NHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD02 NHB shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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